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As part of the Festival of Joy, Fusion partnered with Barnsley Museums Learning Team and took part in the Kids in Museums’ Takeover Day. For one day only, Cannon Hall Museum, Park & Gardens was in the hands of 41 … Continue reading →

Barnsley Museums and Fusion, Barnsley’s Cultural Education Partnership, are thrilled to announce an exciting new campaign, centred around a short film for the recently uncovered local carol “Christmas Eve”. The new film, celebrating the carol, engaged the local community and … Continue reading →

Celebrate the festive season at Elsecar After Hours! On Friday 13th December from 3:00pm to 7:00pm, enjoy a fun-filled evening with festive stalls, live music, children’s rides, and tasty treats. It’s the perfect opportunity to shop for unique gifts, soak … Continue reading →

The Elsecar Visitor Centre is being revamped early next year and we would like your feedback on the current space and what you might like to see in the future! If you would like to answer any of the questions … Continue reading →

A Master craftsman recently spent two days with our Ranger team in the parkland. Jaspar came to pass on his knowledge of the traditional skill of hedge laying. The Ranger team and their volunteers have now acquired a sufficient level … Continue reading →

The shops at each of the Barnsley Museums sites are brimming with festive delights, from unique gifts to seasonal treats – perfect for ticking off your Christmas list! Don’t miss the chance to find something truly special this festive season. … Continue reading →

Are you keen on expressing your thoughts about volunteering at Cannon Hall Museum, Park & Gardens? At Barnsley Museums & Heritage Trust, we are eager to gather feedback from individuals regarding the volunteering programme at Cannon Hall Museum, and we … Continue reading →

Two festive posters by Taylor’s Printers of Wombwell have recently been accessioned into the Barnsley Museums’ collection.   Taylor’s of Wombwell started in the 1890’s in the village of Wombwell. The founder Albert Taylor, ran the business with his two sons, … Continue reading →

We are really excited to share that the Sensory tour developed during the Elsecar Building Bridges project has won the Emerging Cultural Project award at the Research Impact and Engagement Awards at the University of Leeds.   Working in collaboration with … Continue reading →

Barnsley’s iconic Worsbrough Mill will celebrate its 400th birthday with the greatest gift  - funding has been secured to save it after a £40,000 appeal by Barnsley Museums and Heritage Trust (BMHT).  The ancient water mill ground to halt because … Continue reading →